Maximum Allowable Vent Pipe Length (in ft.) Without Insulation In Unconditioned Space
Winter Design
Vent Pipe
Temperatures1
Diameter
°F (°C)
2 in.
32 to 21
(0 to -6)
2-1/2 in
3 in.
2 in.
20 to 1
2-1/2 in.
(-7 to -17)
3 in.
2 in.
0 to -20
2-1/2 in.
(-18 to -29)
3 in.
1Refer to 99% Minimum Design Temperature table provided in the current edition of the ASHRAE Fundamentals Handbook.
2 Poly-Propylene vent pipe (PP) by Duravent and Centrotherm.
NOTE - Concentric terminations are the equivalent of 5' and should be considered when measuring pipe length.
NOTE - Maximum uninsulated vent lengths listed may include the termination(vent pipe exterior to the structure) and cannot exceed 5 linear feet or the maximum allowable
intake or exhaust vent length listed in table 5 or which ever is less.
NOTE - If insulation is required in an unconditioned space, it must be located on the pipe closest to the furnace. See figure21.
For Winter Design Temperatures Modulating High Efficiency Furnace